BERNICE FERNANDES APPOINTED AS BOARD MEMBER FOR GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP FESTIVAL

In a significant development, Bernice Fernandes, a prominent figure in Tanzania's entrepreneurial landscape, has been appointed as a Board Member for the esteemed Global Entrepreneurship Festival. The festival, renowned as the world's largest entrepreneurship event, is poised to attract over 20 million viewers globally, with 12 concurrent events scheduled to unfold.

Set against the backdrop of the Entrepreneurship Village (E-Village) in Ondo State, Nigeria—a burgeoning hub often likened to Africa's Silicon Valley—the festival promises a convergence of global business titans, political leaders, and aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Under the esteemed patronage of Nigeria's President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the distinguished presence of Africa's wealthiest woman, Folorunso Alakija, the festival garners unprecedented momentum. Noteworthy luminaries such as the CEO of Reebok, the Director General of the World Trade Organization, and the President of the African Development Bank, among others, are slated to grace the event with their insights.

The festival's agenda is as diverse as it is compelling, featuring a plethora of activities ranging from startup pitch competitions to a women's congress, leadership forums, trade fairs, and innovation showcases. With elements like hackathons, fashion shows, and concerts, the festival promises a dynamic blend of business and cultural exchange.

At the helm of this global initiative stands Bernice Fernandes, Founder and CEO of the Accelerate Business Group and the Accelerate Women's Initiative in Tanzania. Armed with an impressive academic pedigree—including an MBA in Entrepreneurship, a Masters in International Business, and a Bachelors in Finance from the United States—Bernice is eminently qualified to serve on international boards.

Accelerate Business Group is a business advisory firm for growth, providing strategic consulting, corporate training, coaching as well as facilitation services.

Accelerate Women's Initiative hosts executive conferences, masterclasses as well as a powerful networking platform for women in business. 

Her appointment as the sole Tanzanian representative on the Global Board underscores her commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and advancing women's leadership in Tanzania and beyond. Not content with mere representation, Bernice is poised to leverage her platform to champion Tanzanian businesses, providing them with invaluable exposure and networking opportunities on the global stage.

Driven by a vision to expand global horizons and elevate Tanzania's presence on the international map, Bernice Fernandes epitomizes the spirit of entrepreneurial excellence and global citizenship. As she leads a delegation from Tanzania to the Global Entrepreneurship Festival, her presence promises to resonate far beyond borders, catalyzing transformative change and fostering cross-cultural collaboration in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.